2014 122 cards

Pokemon Phantom Forces Set

A 122-card ghost-themed expansion featuring Mega Gengar EX and powerful Trainer cards that shaped competitive play.

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Difficulty

3/5 to complete

Avg Card Value

Varies

Market average

Top Card

Mega Gengar EX Full Art

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Rarity Tier

Moderate

Overview

Phantom Forces is the fourth XY-era expansion, released in November 2014 with a supernatural Ghost and Psychic-type theme. The 122-card set is remembered for both its collectible Mega Gengar EX and its competitively dominant Trainer cards. VS Seeker, reprinted in this set, became one of the most essential cards in the format.

Best for

People buying nostalgia sets who need the right Charizard-era print
collectors pricing Phantom Forces (2014, 122 cards) as XY / BREAK / generations nostalgia cardboard — not as generic “old cards”
people building around Mega Gengar EX Full Art / Mega Gengar EX without pretending bulk pays the same

Skip this path if

you refuse subset tracking and still want a clean master set claim
you expect every card in Phantom Forces to carry similar resale (bulk is bulk)

Common mistakes

If you only remember one thing about Phantom Forces: Mega Gengar EX Full Art / Mega Gengar EX is not interchangeable with every other print of those Pokemon. People still get burned by confusing Generations / Evolutions nostalgia premiums with base XY set values, then argue condition after they already overpaid. Confirm xy4 / the set symbol before comps — “XY / BREAK / generations nostalgia lot” language is how wrong products get mixed.

What to check first

Verify set membership (xy4) and whether you are holding a base XY card or a special subset product. Condition pass on Mega Gengar EX Full Art / Mega Gengar EX before negotiation. Finish with a checklist gap list so you are not “completing” only the bulk.

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Most valuable cards

Mega Gengar EX Full Art (#121) is the set highlight at $40-70 near-mint. Dialga EX Full Art and Malamar EX Full Art command $15-30 each. The secret rare Mega Gengar EX (#35, regular art) is also valuable. VS Seeker, while a Trainer card, holds value due to competitive demand and limited printings.

1 #117

2 #118

Lysandre's Trump Card

Xerosic

M Manectric EX

M Gengar EX

Dialga EX

Full Collection

Cards from Phantom Forces

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28 of 122

Venonat

Venomoth

Yanma

Yanmega

Krabby

Alomomola

Helioptile

Gulpin

Gligar

Mightyena

Dialga EX

Slurpuff

Spearow

Regigigas

Enhanced Hammer

Roller Skates

Double Colorless Energy

Mystery Energy

Manectric EX

Gengar EX

Malamar EX

Florges EX

Lysandre's Trump Card

Xerosic

M Manectric EX

M Gengar EX

Dialga EX

Tips to finish the set

Phantom Forces has a balanced mix of collectible and competitive cards. The VS Seeker reprint makes even non-holo pulls worthwhile. Hunt for the 5 Full Art EX cards and the secret rare as your primary targets, and check your Trainer card pulls carefully for valuable reprints.

Step by step

How to Complete This Set

01

Identify Phantom Forces cards by set code xy4 / symbol — do not sort by art alone
02

Split bulk commons/uncommons from holos and special rarities before pricing
03

Track Mega Gengar EX Full Art and Mega Gengar EX as priority singles, not pack EV fantasies
04

Scan or checklist-gap the rest after the chase budget is honest

Scan with the app

Phantom Forces introduced several cards reprinted in later sets. The scanner distinguishes the original Phantom Forces VS Seeker from other printings and verifies the ghost-themed set symbol. It also catches centering issues common on this era of cards.

FAQ

Common questions

01 Why is VS Seeker from Phantom Forces valuable?

VS Seeker was essential in nearly every competitive deck from 2014-2017, allowing players to reuse Supporter cards. The Phantom Forces printing is the most accessible English version, keeping demand high among players and collectors.

02 What are the secret rares in Phantom Forces?

Phantom Forces contains 3 secret rare cards numbered beyond 119: Mega Gengar EX (#121), Dialga EX (#122), and a gold AZ Supporter card (#117a).

03 How does Mega Gengar EX perform in gameplay?

Mega Gengar EX's Phantom Gate attack lets it copy any attack from the opponent's Pokemon, making it extremely versatile. It was a competitive staple paired with Gengar Spirit Link for speed evolution.

04 Is Phantom Forces still available in stores?

Phantom Forces booster packs are generally not found at retail stores. Sealed product is available through resellers and card shops, with individual booster packs costing $8-15 depending on condition.